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Sandy S.

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Sandy S.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Contact for Drop-In Visits

from $35 per visit

Highlights

Enhanced background check
41 years of experience
Can administer medication
Special needs experience
Senior dog experience
Can provide daily exercise

Pet care experience

Certified Aging Cat Expert

I have been caring for pets since 1983. My darling Claudia ( a 19 year old DSH) would tell you herself how much I love cats, if she could. I have had her since she was 3 months old and we have traveled everywhere together. Since many of my clients cats are aging, diabetic, in need of injections and/or other medications, I decided to become an Aging Cat Expert and am certified through the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters. My career began in a veterinary clinic and I am very comfortable caring for pets in all stages of their life journey. I do not charge extra for additional pets and look forward to meeting your fur-family soon!

Qualifications

100% response rate
Usually responds in under half an hour

Pets

Safety, trust & environment

* Play time! Your pet will have lots of fun playing or whatever his/her favorite activity is. * Potty and exercise time. If you have a yard, we'll let your pet outside to potty and exercise (if appropriate for the type of pet) weather permitting. (Sorry. We do not offer walks in the neighborhood.) * Replenishment of food and water as needed, along with snack time. * Litter box waste removal. Including changing the litter as needed, and sweeping up or vacuuming the floor around the cat box, pen or pet cage on a daily basis. * Accident clean up. Not that we anticipate your pet having an accident, but from time to time it happens. Pets can get a bit nervous when mom and dad are away. We are prepared to clean up so that your pet is in a healthy environment and you come home to a clean, fresh house. * TLC. Pets need more than food, water, and exercise! Lots of love, attention, kindness, and belly rubs can be expected during each visit. * Pet Journal. We keep a daily log of your pet's activities so you can read about all the fun we had together. (We can also send email and text updates per request) * The 'Lived In Look'. Open/close curtains and drapes, rotate lights on and off, play the television and/or radio, pick up mail and newspapers. * Plants. We'll be happy to water your plants free of charge as long as it can be done during the pet visit time. We do not mow the lawn, do landscaping or other home maintenance activities. We absolutely LOVE looking after dogs, cats, fish, birds, gerbils, hamsters, guinea pigs, sugar gliders...the more the merrier! Unlike other pet sitting services, we do not charge an extra fee for holidays !

Ratings and reviews

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Joely S.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Apr 05, 2026

I cannot say enough good things about Sandy. She took excellent care of my two cats while I was away. She took meticulous notes about my cats and their habits during the initial meet and greet and while I was away she provided updates and photos. I HIGHLY recommend Sandy!

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Jeff A.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Drop-In Visits • Jul 08, 2025

Sandy was very good with dropping in on our pet dogs x2. She took time with them and cleaned up after them from the food mess to outdoors. Definitely trustworthy person to care for our pets!

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Mary K.
Dec 21, 2022

Sandy is one of the most reliable,honest people I know. She is very knowledgeable about animals and their care. Without hesitation I recommend her for pet care.

Calendar and availability

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Schedule

I set my own schedule and run my pet sitting in shifts: Morning (8 - 10a.), Mid Day (noon- 4p.), Evening (8 - 10p.). I no longer own store fronts, so I have a lot of flexibility. I travel with my grown son and, since we care for pets together, I do not charge extra for multiple pets.

Cats
0 to 15 lbs
16 to 40 lbs
41 to 100 lbs
over 101 lbs
Sandy can host up to 3 drop-ins per day
Let us know if your pet has not been feeling well or is experiencing any health related issues. Please, have your veterinarian and emergency contact phone numbers available.
Each sitter joining Rover needs to pass a background check. And by booking on Rover, you can get photo & message updates, 24/7 support, and reimbursement for eligible vet care.